Laurel Sofer

About

Dr. Laurel Sofer is a pioneering surgeon at the intersection of robotic surgery and gender-affirming care. Her primary research focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques for complex urologic and reconstructive procedures, with a particular emphasis on robotic vaginoplasty. Dr. Sofer’s most impactful contribution is the development and refinement of the single-port and multiport robotic Davydov technique for vaginoplasty, as detailed in her 2020 paper (43 citations), which has become a foundational reference in the field. She further advanced this work by combining the penile skin inversion technique with the Da Vinci single-port robotic system, offering patients improved outcomes and reduced surgical morbidity. Beyond gender-affirming surgery, Dr. Sofer has explored the use of novel articulating laparoscopic tools, such as the needle driver for partial nephrectomy (8 citations), and has provided guidance on establishing robotic surgery programs (4 citations). Her work demonstrates a commitment to innovation, precision, and expanding access to advanced surgical care, making her a notable figure in both robotic urology and transgender medicine.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Single Port and Multiport Approaches for Robotic Vaginoplasty With the Davydov Technique

   43 citations · 2020
2. 2
   Use of a Novel Articulating Laparoscopic Needle Driver for Partial nephrectomy: An Initial Experience

   8 citations · 2019
3. 3
   Starting a Robotic Surgery Program

   4 citations · 2016
4. 4
   Gender Affirming Vaginoplasty: Combination of Penile Skin Inversion Technique with Da Vinci Single Port Robotic-Assisted Davydov Procedure

   2 citations · 2019

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